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gust1 definition

gust (gust)

noun

  1. a sudden, strong rush of air or wind
  2. a sudden burst of rain, smoke, fire, sound, etc.
  3. an outburst of laughter, rage, etc.

Etymology: ON gustr, gust, blast < gjosa, to gush, break out < IE *gheus- < base *ĝheu-, to pour > gut, L fundere

intransitive verb

to blow in gusts
gust2 definition

gust (gust)

noun

  1. taste; relish; flavor; savor
  2. enjoyment or appreciation

Etymology: ME guste < L gustus: see gusto

transitive verb

Scot. to taste or relish

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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